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Alison Davison, PA

(12 Ratings)

Specializes in: Family Medicine and Emergency Medicine

Professional interests include: attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), abnormal heart murmur, asthma, and more.

405 W Jackson Street
Carbondale, IL 62901

(618) 549-0721

Alison Davison, PA is in Centralia, IL specializing in family medicine and emergency medicine. Alison Davison, PA is affiliated with SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia, SSM Health and SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mt. Vernon.

Office Locations

1441 W. Broadway
Centralia, IL 62801

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405 W Jackson Street
Carbondale, IL 62901

(618) 549-0721

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1003 E Mccord Street
Centralia, IL 62801

(618) 436-6633

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Some issues Alison Davison, PA can help you with:

Asthma

Asthma is a chronic lung disease where the tissue and airways of the lungs become extremely sensitive to certain substances. When these substances are breathed in, the lungs become inflamed. The muscles around the airways tighten and squeeze the lungs, and passages within the lungs swell and tighten. The airways themselves produce mucus, which further clogs the tightened, swollen airways. A person having an asthma attack finds it very difficult to breathe, and a severe attack can even be fatal.

Asthma affects people of all ages, but people with asthma are most often diagnosed as children. Symptoms can include wheezing, a tight feeling in the chest, shortness of breath, and coughing. Some people have mild symptoms all the time, and some people have no symptoms at all, but everyone with asthma is susceptible to occasional severe attacks or flare-ups of symptoms when they are exposed to triggers. Triggers vary widely but can include:

Allergens (dust mites, pet fur, mold, pollen, grass)
Irritants (smoke, pollution, dust, chemicals)
Viral infections
Physical activity, especially outdoors
Certain medications or chemicals in foods (aspirin, sulfites)

Treatment for most asthma patients involves three steps. Patients learn what their asthma triggers are and avoid them. They take a daily control medication, usually an inhaled corticosteroid, to reduce inflammation in the lungs. Also, they have rescue medication with them at all times to take in case of a severe attack. These quick-acting inhaled medications relax the muscles around the airways and allow the lungs to open up for air.

There is no cure for asthma, but with treatment it should not interfere with daily life and activities.

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common disorders diagnosed in children. Nine percent of children in the USA have been diagnosed with ADHD. Symptoms, which include hyperactivity and difficulty maintaining focus or paying attention, can last into adulthood for some patients. Boys are four times as likely to be diagnosed as girls, although experts don't know why this is.

There are three main types of ADHD:

Predominantly hyperactive-impulsive types show symptoms such as constant fidgeting, talking non-stop, touching everything, having trouble sitting still and waiting their turn, and interrupting others.
Predominantly inattentive types tend to be distracted, get bored and wander off during tasks, forget things or instructions, daydream, and appear not to be listening. This type is sometimes misdiagnosed because they are not hyperactive and there are fewer behavior issues.
Combined types show symptoms from both categories. This is actually the most common type of ADHD.

When diagnosing ADHD, it is important to rule out other issues that may be causing the symptoms. Seizure disorders, hearing loss, anxiety, and domestic problems are some examples of problems that can cause behaviors similar to those seen with ADHD.

Treatment can include stimulant medications, behavioral therapy to teach patients ways to navigate their world and control symptoms better, and accommodations at school or work. A structured environment (with lots of organization and well-defined rules) seems to help most kids with ADHD function at their best.

ADHD is mainly thought of as a disorder that affects children, but symptoms can last into adulthood for a third to half of those diagnosed. In adults, ADHD has similar symptoms as when it is seen in children: impulsive behavior, difficulty maintaining focus, being easily distracted, or a tendency to fidget. These symptoms can cause problems in a patient's careers and relationships. Additionally, adults with ADHD are at increased risk for substance abuse. Medications can be an important part of treatment for adults, as well as stress reduction techniques and organization skills training. Specialized ADHD coaches can help adults with ADHD manage their symptoms and succeed in all areas of their life.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Alison Davison, PA treated as in Centralia, IL during 2012 were emergency care.

Volume of procedures performed by Alison Davison, PA for Medicare patients.

emergency care	84

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Alison Davison, PA treated as in Centralia, IL during 2013 were emergency care.

Volume of procedures performed by Alison Davison, PA for Medicare patients.

emergency care	74

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA.

**Gender**
Male	27
Female	48

**Age**
From 65 to 74	23
From 75 to 84	13
85 and over	15
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	59
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	36
Diabetes	36
Dementia	20
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Alison Davison, PA treated as in Centralia, IL during 2014 were emergency care.

Volume of procedures performed by Alison Davison, PA for Medicare patients.

emergency care	106

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA.

**Gender**
Male	51
Female	58

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	95
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	29
From 75 to 84	20
85 and over	12
Less than 65	48

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA in 2014

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	31
Diabetes	43
Dementia	12
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Alison Davison, PA treated as in Centralia, IL during 2015 were emergency care.

Volume of procedures performed by Alison Davison, PA for Medicare patients.

emergency care	132

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA.

**Gender**
Male	86
Female	178

**Age**
From 65 to 74	70
From 75 to 84	70
85 and over	48
Less than 65	76

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	45
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	23
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	40
Dementia	18
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Alison Davison, PA treated as in Centralia, IL during 2016 were emergency care.

Volume of procedures performed by Alison Davison, PA for Medicare patients.

emergency care	106

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA.

**Gender**
Male	44
Female	76

**Age**
From 65 to 74	34
From 75 to 84	29
85 and over	13
Less than 65	44

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	16
Ischemic Heart Disease	50
Depression	47
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	29
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	32
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	33
Dementia	18
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Alison Davison, PA treated as in Centralia, IL during 2017 were emergency care.

Volume of procedures performed by Alison Davison, PA for Medicare patients.

emergency care	153

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA.

**Gender**
Male	52
Female	97

**Age**
From 65 to 74	45
From 75 to 84	35
85 and over	22
Less than 65	47

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	48
Depression	47
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	31
Diabetes	42
Dementia	24
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Alison Davison, PA treated as in Centralia, IL during 2018 were emergency care.

Volume of procedures performed by Alison Davison, PA for Medicare patients.

emergency care	201

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA.

**Gender**
Male	58
Female	142

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	185
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	50
From 75 to 84	45
85 and over	42
Less than 65	63

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	55
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	39
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	41
Diabetes	39
Dementia	27
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Alison Davison, PA treated as in Centralia, IL during 2019 were emergency care.

Volume of procedures performed by Alison Davison, PA for Medicare patients.

emergency care	182

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA.

**Gender**
Male	71
Female	107

**Age**
From 65 to 74	57
From 75 to 84	38
85 and over	29
Less than 65	54

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	56
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	41
Diabetes	41
Dementia	26
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Alison Davison, PA for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	15

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA.

**Gender**
Male	11
Female	16

**Age**
From 65 to 74	14
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA in 2020

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Alison Davison, PA for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	15

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA.

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	22
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Alison Davison, PA for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Alison Davison, PA treated as in Centralia, IL were emergency care.

doctor visit	15
emergency care	129

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA.

**Gender**
Male	40
Female	72

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	30
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	25
85 and over	18
Less than 65	35
65 to 74	32

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Alison Davison, PA From 2012 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Alison Davison, PA treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	27
Atrial Fibrillation	11
Dementia	14
Cancer	5

Education & Training

She is certified by the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation National Comm on Certif of Physician Assistants US Department of Justice and has a state license in Illinois.

Board Certification: Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation National Comm on Certif of Physician Assistants US Department of Justice

Licensed In: Illinois

Affiliations & Hospitals

Alison Davison, PA is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia

SSM Health

SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mt. Vernon

Ratings & Reviews

Alison Davison, PA has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.83 out of 5 stars based on 12 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Alison Davison, PA from all over the web to help you find the right in Centralia, IL.

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Biography

Ms. Alison Davison is a specialist in family medicine and emergency medicine in Carbondale, IL and Centralia, IL. Ms. Davison has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by her patients. These areas are among her clinical interests: primary care, abnormal heart murmur, and diabetes management. Her hospital/clinic affiliations include SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mt. Vernon and SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia.